Preasoifig

Heritage Council funds 1624 working days through the Community Heritage Grant Scheme

Press Release / 27 Nollaig 2020

Sixty-eight projects have shared in funding of €538,968 awarded under the Heritage Council’s Community Heritage Scheme.

The funding supported 1624 ‘working days’ in the sector.

Commemorative 25th anniversary tree-planting ceremony for the Heritage Council

Press Release / 22 Nollaig 2020

The Heritage Council marked its 25th birthday with the planting of a special Irish Golden Yew tree at its grounds in Kilkenny by Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Malcolm Noonan, TD.

€1.5 million available for heritage-led regeneration of towns in 2021

Press Release / 3 Nollaig 2020

A total of €1.5 million has been allocated for the heritage-led regeneration of towns around the country.

Heritage Council launches new publication on Ireland’s prehistoric rock art

Press Release / 19 Samhain 2020

Irish rock art is the subject of a new, richly illustrated booklet published by the Heritage Council. Written by archaeologist, Clare Busher O’Sullivan, ‘Rock Art’ explores the art form; where it can be found; what it means; and how it can be protected.

Heritage Council celebrates 25th anniversary

Press Release / 12 Samhain 2020

Celebrating the establishment of the Heritage Council 25 years on.

Heritage Council Welcomes New Board

Press Release / 3 Samhain 2020

The Heritage Council has welcomed the announcement today (03.11.20) by Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien, TD of the appointment of its new board.